statement

Definition

  • noun: something that you say or write in a formal or official way
  • noun: something 'stated'
  • often used in the phrase 'make a statement'
  • synonyms: parthian shot, a priori principle, account

Examples

  • She thinks she's 'making a fashion statement' [=being fashionable in a bold way], but I think she looks ridiculous.

  • The company's 'mission statement' emphasizes its ongoing commitment to meeting the needs of the community.

  • The government 'made a statement' [=sent a message] by setting stiff punishments for repeat offenders.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) How are we going to handle the public? Legally, we have hours to release these pictures. We release a statement with them. We don't want people working it out on their own. Yes, sir. But if my math is right, he's going to starve to death (..)
    2015 The Martian